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Standing in front of Kenny & Ziggy's rotating dessert display case reminded us of a scene from Sex in the City. Carrie Bradshaw, a shoe zealot, presses right up to the glass of a window displaying designer shoes and says in her breathy voice, "Helloooo lov-ah." This Jewish delicatessen has plenty of good eats, ranging from matzo balls to open-faced Reubens and the decor - yaddy yadda yadda...just go straight for the Coconut Cream Pie....

Not too long after having a minor heart attack, Frank Piazza drove down Bissonett to eat some healthy food at Cleburne's, heeding the advice of the cardiologist who fixed him up. On his way there, at the intersection of Wakeforest, he eyed an available corner suite in a strip center that used to house a Philly Cheesesteak Connection. The space, with its prominent location, long profile, and spacious windows, immediately caught Frank's eye. Already...

Tucked away in a small lot, between tiny parcels of tilled fields and across the street from grazing cows and Hieden Feed & Supply, lies a tiny white house with a neon "Open" sign and an old screen door. This little building had been an eating establishment for several decades before it became Tree's Cafe (named after the owner). Tree told us he took over the place after an older relative had been running...

We know you just had lunch not long ago, but it's time to start thinking about your dinner plans tonight. And oy, just look at you! You're all skin and bones these days—what you need is some protein and fat. Houstonist wants our readers to look strong, sanguine, and healthy, so we've drawn up a list of steaks that you might want to consider for tonight. Today's the hump day, after all, and we're...

Houstonist Bartender feels morally obligated, after a week like Houston has had, to bring you a drink - a good stiff one. Yes, this has Southern Comfort in it, and yes, we know - you haven't had a SoCo drink since second grade - but, this is some good stuff. It has V-O-D-K-A and pineapple and is named for a sweet classic car. Tasty, lethal (don't drink too many - unless you are at the...

Today, Houstonist submits to you a Tex Mex thought experiment: What if you were to take a decent Tex Mex restaurant, say, Spanish Flower, dim the lights to 15% of their original brightness, spiffy up the wait staff, add a valet service, and stock the restaurant with pretty patrons? Here are but a few of the curious results: your otherwise humdrum Saltillo tile takes on the mysterious hue of an exotic Italian slate. Usually...

Houstonist recently lunched at Christian's Totem on Washington Avenue, near I-10. In the spirit of passing along "burger-love" to Houstonians, we had to tell you about this little joint. It has undergone some remodeling of late, but, the burgers are just the same! Huge, juicy fully-loaded burgers with nice crispy onion rings or fries. We've had both the fries and the rings, they are fantastic - it just depends on your personal preference - we...

Houstonist had to get our "burger on" after our first birthday party - had to. So, we phoned in some bacon cheeseburgers and rings for ourself and a co-worker from Pete's Fine Meats on Richmond Avenue. Normally, a "go burger" is kinda listless by the time you get to where you're going with it - this one was not super hot, but still warm enough and juicy. The onion rings were not homemade, however, they...

Houstonist is getting back in the swing of things, and will be bringing you more culinary events for your perusal and possible participation. The wine dinners at Churrasco's are a pretty decent bargain, after all, for $60-ish per person, depending upon the size of the tip/gratuity (we spend more - we've slung hash and drinks for money and tend to tip big), you get all THIS, featured wines are from New Zealand . DATE: December...

Houstonist likes pets and pet charities (animals in general - really. Well, iffy on the reptiles - that's just us). We advocate promoting pet adoption, spaying/neutering or just hooking up a homeless pet with a meal, worthy causes, all. To that end, we are bringing to your attention a wine and warm fuzzy event benefiting animals. Houston PetSet, along with the Houston Humane Society, is hosting a wine tasting at The Tasting Room Midtown...

Blanco's, located at the corner of Buffalo Speedway and W. Alabama, is known more as a honkytonk, serving up the likes of Gary P. Nunn and Alvin Crow, both of whom we've seen there. However, Houstonians may not be aware of the lunch specials, burgers, quesadillas and other offerings they serve up. Recently, Houstonist went in for lunch to get the standard bacon cheeseburger and onion rings. Difficult to pass up, are the red...

Hail, Caesar! The 22nd Annual Caesar Salad Competition is tonight from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel in the Allen Center, located at 400 Dallas Street, and it is open to the public. Admission is $35/per person at the door and that buys you the right to sample traditional and creative caesar salads prepared by some of Houston's finer restaurants, restauranteurs, and chefs, vote for your favorite caesar and sample a...

A recent venture to our closest Cafe Express resulted in our sampling the Bleu Cheese Bacon Burger, to which we added avocado (nice addition and enough to share with our lunch companion). Albeit we are not fond of chains, Cafe Express has never let us down for quality and quantity - it is pricey-ish, however. Falling into our "gucci burger" category, along with Pappa's Burgers, but also worth the price, is this particular specimen....

We can only surmise that the Keebler Elf is having a coronary at the very thought of crickets or, worse, cockroaches on a lovely, buttery cracker. How about "Three Bee Salad" or "Pest-o"? Have we piqued your curiousity, or put you off of your next meal? The Houston Zoo is hosting "From Soup to Gnats: The Essentials of Bug Cookery" on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. featuring insect chef and author David...

Houstonist has more culinary adventures for you this week, including a favorite local festival. Here’s what’s to do involving food and beverages in the area this coming week: • Greek Festival: The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church – 3511 Yoakum • Texas Harvest Dinner: Bistro Le Cep – 11112 Westheimer • Jaime Casco Trio Plays: Central Market – 3815 Westheimer • Benny Q & the Nite Crew Plays: Central Market – 3815 Westheimer • Haaktoberfest:...

Houstonist continues to bring you food/beverage adventures for the week. Some of which are a short drive ( well – ok – Dallas is a hike), we hope you enjoy finding out what’s to do locally. Here’s the scoop: • Ten Wines for $10 Lunch: Smith & Wollensky – 4007 Westheimer • California Meets France: Chez Georges – 219 Westheimer • The Allen Oldies Band Plays: Central Market – 3815 Westheimer • The El...

Culinary Adventures are back this week and include some music to boot! We hope you find some fun to participate in. • Spanish Vintner Dinner: Pico’s Mex-Mex – 5941 Bellaire • Vintner Dinner: The State Grill – 2925 Weslayan • Bonny Doon Wine Event: Piatto Ristorante – 11693 Westheimer • Johnny Walker Tasting: Prime Time Steak House – 9275 FM 1960 West • Partida Tequila Tasting: Makenzie’s American Grill – 9330 Broadway • The...

Houstonist will strive to apprise you of food and beverage adventures (either or both) - as they are discovered. To that end - here are a few ways to relieve your wallet - and appease the "food baby" - and possibly your sense of adventure: • Now Crave This, A Perfect Pastry Competition: The National Association of Catering Executives (NACE): • Rombauer Wine Dinner: Kiran’s Restaurant • For the Love of Lobster: Trevisio •...

Simple, quick (cooks in five minutes) and compliments chicken, pork or lamb dishes exceptionally well. Houstonist makes this simple grain dish often, usually with a grilled herb chicken (we'll give you that recipe - next time). Couscous is hearty, delicious and so easy to prepare in many different ways. Follow the link to see the recipe....

Have we been remiss, or what? …Promising burger information – working diligently toward that end – only to be distracted by the holiday. We do apologize for the burger review delay. Houstonist was unpleasantly surprised by a recent trip to Jax Grill in Bellaire – shocked, actually. We got our bacon cheeseburger and rings – the ole usual. The burger was juicy but over-grilled upon arrival and cooled to downright dry meat with a...

If it's in season, Houstonist will find a culinary use for it — even mundane mint comes in handy for mojitos and juleps, and it adds a lot to fresh vegetables, free-range chicken and lamb. But where can you go to find organic produce in Houston? We have some ideas: In addition to the tried, true and terribly fabulous Whole Foods Market and Central Market, there are several area farmer's markets to explore. We particularly...

The Oak Forest neighborhood (just north of the loop near Ella) has a lot of history. The 60 year old subdivision was once the largest subdivision in Houston. It's now known for its affordable small frame homes and retro feel, with many Mom & Pop stores that have been in business since the early days. What it lacks, compared to other old areas like the Heights, is hip, artsy places to hang out. Well,...

Everyone knows about the World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Thousands of less than full, but slightly inebriated, gather around picnic tables like Black Angus to get a taste of …slow cooked Black Angus. Yum. What most forget about, as they lean back and unbutton their top buttons, is to save room for the wine. After the rib bones and napkins have been shoveled, the corks will be popped at...